1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1971 Ford Zephyr is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
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 Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Zephyr | P4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
