1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1968 Datsun 1800 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 106 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Datsun | Rover |
| Model | 1800 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
