2004 Holden Zafira vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 80 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira, 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 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Zafira | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
