1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1993 Dodge Spirit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1959 Rover P5 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 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Spirit | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Spirit | P5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |