2000 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero, 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile Alero | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Alero | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
