2003 Rover Streetwise vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Rover Streetwise 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 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover Streetwise (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Rover Streetwise.
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 Streetwise, 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 (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover Streetwise | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | Streetwise | P4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
