1955 Rover P4 vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 58 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, 2013 Scion iQ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ.
Because 2013 Scion iQ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Rover | Scion |
| Model | P4 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2000 mm |
