1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 672 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1959 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | P4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
