1977 Mazda 121 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1977 Mazda 121.
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, 1954 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 121 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 121 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
