1964 Rover P5 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 44 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, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Rover P5 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P5 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |