2004 Proton Gen-2 vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Gen-2 | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Proton | Rover |
| Model | Gen-2 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
