1958 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1958 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P4 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |