1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 Mercedes-Benz 190 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 190 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
