1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323. 1958 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1994 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 323 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | 323 | P5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 103 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |