1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 345 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Cordoba | P5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2820 mm |
