1958 Rover P4 vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 55 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
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, 2013 Nissan Versa, 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 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P4 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | P4 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
