1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160.
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, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | 160 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
