1964 Rover P5 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1964 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 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Rover P5 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P5 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |