2000 Ford Puma vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 1963 Rover P6 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 1963 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Puma | P6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
