2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300.
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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2300 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | B2300 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
