1956 Rover P4 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 45 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, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
