1963 Rover P6 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1963 Rover P6 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 1963 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Rover P6 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P6 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |