1957 Rover P4 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 56 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Rover | Mini |
| Model | P4 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
