1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 30 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1954 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Etna | P4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
