1955 Rover P4 vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 125 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2004 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Rover P4 | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |