1954 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 52 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 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2006 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 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2228 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |