1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | B2500 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2830 mm |
