1950 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira 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 Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 40 kg more than 1950 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nubira, 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 Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Nubira 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 Nubira | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | P4 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
