1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 330 kg more than 1951 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Statesman | P4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
