1958 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA, 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, 2005 Scion xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P4 | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Rover | Scion |
| Model | P4 | xA |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
