1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
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, 1959 Rover P4 (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Scorpio | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Scorpio | P4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |