1955 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | P4 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
