1966 Rover P5 vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Toyota Celica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1997 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Celica, 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
