1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Comodoro | P4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
