1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 15 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 45 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dart | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
