1954 Rover P4 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 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, 1954 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |