1958 Rover P5 vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2007 Skoda Roomster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 404 kg more than 2007 Skoda Roomster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Roomster, 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | P5 | Roomster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |