1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505.
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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 505 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
