1981 Holden Statesman vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1981 Holden Statesman is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 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, 1981 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4. 1981 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Statesman | P4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
