1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4.
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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Rover |
| Model | Nazca | P4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
