1956 Rover P4 vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Prius (127 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 129 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius, 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
