1957 Rover P4 vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 42 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 154 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | P4 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
