1957 Rover P4 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 47 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |