1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 27 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 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Alfa 6 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
