1955 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 51 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.5 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
