2004 Rover 75 vs. 1954 Rover P4

To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Rover 75 1954 Rover P4
Make Rover Rover
Model 75 P4
Year Released 2004 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2228 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.3 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 88.9 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1400 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2830 mm


 

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