2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 46 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, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1959 Rover P4 (168 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Vibe | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
