1983 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 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 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Camaro | P4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |