1959 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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 Corolla (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 221 HP |
Torque | 169 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |