1994 Rover 600 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 is newer by 40 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 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Rover 600.
Because 1954 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rover 600 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 600 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | 600 | P4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |