1952 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 53 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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, 1952 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Rover P4 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2101 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1134 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
