1952 Rover P4 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (264 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Rover P4 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2101 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 87 L |
