1979 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda RX-7 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | RX-7 | P4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |