1954 Rover P4 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 59 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 140 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |