1973 Peugeot 504 vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504.
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 Peugeot 504 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 504 | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 504 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
