2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1949 Rover P4 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 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Transit Connect | P4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |