1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4.
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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4. 1982 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fairlane | P4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
