1958 Austin A135 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1958 Austin A135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1955 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A135 | P4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 52 L |