1972 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Daihatsu Consorte | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Consorte | P6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
