2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 52 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Canyon | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
