1953 Rover P4 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1953 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 1953 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Rover P4 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |