2007 Mazda B2300 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Mazda B2300 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda B2300 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda B2300 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | B2300 | P4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
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 |