1990 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
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, 1990 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escort | P4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |