1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 39 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore.
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, 1993 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Commodore | P4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
