2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 724 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | SSR | P4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |