1954 Rover P4 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
