1957 Rover P4 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 40 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |