1956 Rover P4 vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Toyota Yaris is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2003 Toyota Yaris, 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 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Rover P4 | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |