1966 Rover P5 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 38 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
