1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Cavalier | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
