1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Fairlane | P4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |