1950 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1950 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 1950 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Rover P4 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |