1979 Mazda 616 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | 616 | P4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |