1957 Rover P4 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1609.
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, 1957 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1609. 1977 Chrysler 1609 has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler 1609 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Rover | Chrysler |
| Model | P4 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
