1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1977 Chrysler 1610 has manual transmission. 1977 Chrysler 1610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | 1610 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
