1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 934 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P5 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 1963 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 1963 Rover P5 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Festiva | P5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2820 mm |