1954 Rover P4 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 37 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo, 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | P4 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |