2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 42 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 428 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Blazer | P4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
