1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1971 Dodge Dart is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Dart (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart.
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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Dart | P4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |