1958 Rover P4 vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1958 Rover P4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
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, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P4 | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
Model | P4 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |