1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 43 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | F-150 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
