1957 Rover P4 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 44 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Altezza |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |