1957 Rover P4 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 43 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 30 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, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2000 Peugeot 607 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. 2000 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Rover | Peugeot |
Model | P4 | 607 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |