2005 Mazda AZ vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | AZ | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
