2005 Holden Combo vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Holden Combo is newer by 48 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Holden Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Combo, 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Combo | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
