1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1973 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 60 kg more than 1955 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Fairlane | P4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |