1995 Chrysler Neon vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Neon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Neon.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Neon, 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, 1995 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Neon | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Neon | P4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
