1983 Hummer H1 vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1963 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Hummer | Rover |
| Model | H1 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
