1959 Rover P5 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 809 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Matiz, 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P5 | 2010 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | P5 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
