2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (220 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
