1971 Ford Maverick vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1971 Ford Maverick is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Ford Maverick.
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 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Maverick | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Maverick | P4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |