1957 Rover P4 vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 285 kg more than 1957 Rover P4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |