1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Dodge Spirit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1956 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Spirit | P4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
