1958 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P4 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Rover | Nissan |
Model | P4 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |