1959 Rover P4 vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |