2000 Peugeot 306 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 41 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, 2000 Peugeot 306 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306 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 2000 Peugeot 306.
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, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 306 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 306 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
