1950 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 58 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 22 kg more than 1950 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Rover P4 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
