2003 Rover 75 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 44 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, 2003 Rover 75 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 95 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 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, 2003 Rover 75, 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, 2003 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 75 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | 75 | P4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |