1950 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 62 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Rover P4 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | P4 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |
