1952 Rover P4 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 52 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, 1952 Rover P4 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Rover P4 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2101 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |