1958 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 48 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P4 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
