1954 Rover P4 vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 49 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, 2003 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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, 2003 Toyota Echo, 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, 2003 Toyota Echo (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2003 Toyota Echo has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Echo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
