2000 Mazda 626 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 626 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
