1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 16 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. 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 Sedan (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4. 1974 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Sedan | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Sedan | P4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
