2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Transit Connect | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
