1958 Rover P5 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P5 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |
