1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 370 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Pickup | P4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
