1951 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1951 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 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rover P4 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
