1957 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 54 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Rover | Dodge |
Model | P4 | Caliber |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1430 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |