1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1975 Mazda 929 is newer by 25 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, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929.
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, 1950 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 929 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
