1957 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 48 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Vitz |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |