1957 Rover P4 vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 237 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.
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, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Rover | SsangYong |
Model | P4 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |