1955 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 57 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 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 34 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | P4 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 199 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 | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4567 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 |
