1971 Ford 17 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1971 Ford 17 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. 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, 1955 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford 17 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | 17 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
