2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 48 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Qashqai | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Qashqai | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
