1998 Holden Nova vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 39 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 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova.
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, 1998 Holden Nova, 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, 1959 Rover P4 (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Nova | P4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
