1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 626 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
