1959 Rover P4 vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1982 Toyota Model F is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1982 Toyota Model F.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Model F |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |