2005 Rover 25 vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Rover 25.
Because 1950 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 1950 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25, 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, 1950 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 25 | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 25 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
