1959 Rover P4 vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa is newer by 41 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa, 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, 2000 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Previa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |