1991 Rover 400 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Rover 400.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400, 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, 1956 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Rover 400 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | 400 | P4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |