1971 Rover P5B vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 329 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover P5B 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 1971 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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, 1971 Rover P5B (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover P5B | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | P5B | Versa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2601 mm |
