2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Tribute | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
