1971 Chrysler Centura vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Centura is newer by 12 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, 1971 Chrysler Centura (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Centura | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Centura | P5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
