1957 Rover P4 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L 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 (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2000 Saturn L.
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 Saturn L, 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 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Rover | Saturn |
Model | P4 | L |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |