1959 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4. 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P4 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | P4 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 381 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 Weight | 1380 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
