1966 Rover P5 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 193 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 2010 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1966 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1966 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | P5 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
