2004 Mazda Demio vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Mazda Demio is newer by 47 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Demio, 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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Demio | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Demio | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
