1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 80 kg more than 1952 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Camaro | P4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |