1957 Rover P4 vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 56 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2013 Toyota Matrix, 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
