1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 340 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Caprice | P4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |