1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 25 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 65 kg more than 1954 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Aspen | P4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |