1985 Reliant SE6 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1985 Reliant SE6 is newer by 31 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Reliant SE6.
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, 1985 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant SE6 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | SE6 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
