1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang.
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 Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | P4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
