1949 Rover P4 vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Rover P4 | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2102 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |