1954 Rover P4 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 53 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |