1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 35 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 148 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1956 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1956 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fairlane | P4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
