1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 42 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
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, 1996 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | P4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
