1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1971 Dodge Challenger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Challenger | P4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
