1954 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 54 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |