2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 49 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
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, 2005 Ford Ranger (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ranger | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2830 mm |
