1949 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 59 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 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 441 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1949 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Rover P4 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2102 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 15310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |