1995 Mazda Sentia vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1995 Mazda Sentia is newer by 39 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1956 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, 1995 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 1995 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1956 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1956 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda Sentia | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Sentia | P4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
