2003 MCC ForTwo vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MCC ForTwo | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | MCC | Rover |
Model | ForTwo | P4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2830 mm |