1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000.
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, 1977 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | 2000 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
