1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Valiant | P4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |