1990 Infiniti G20 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 Infiniti G20 is newer by 36 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 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Infiniti G20 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Infiniti G20.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti G20, 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 Infiniti G20 (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 1990 Infiniti G20 has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Infiniti G20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Infiniti G20 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Rover |
| Model | G20 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
