1993 Ford Contour vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour, 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Contour | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Contour | P4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |