1959 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4. 2010 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P4 | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Rover | Jeep |
| Model | P4 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
