2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 325 kg more than 1952 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fusion | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
