1962 Rover P5 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Because 1962 Rover P5 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 1962 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius, 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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Rover P5 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P5 | Prius |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |