1994 Caterham Seven vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Caterham Seven is newer by 38 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Caterham Seven (165 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Caterham Seven should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 946 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven.
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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Caterham Seven. (203 Nm). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Caterham Seven. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1994 Caterham Seven has manual transmission. 1994 Caterham Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Caterham Seven | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Caterham | Rover |
| Model | Seven | P4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2638 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
