1999 Toyota Picnic vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 35 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
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, 1999 Toyota Picnic, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 1964 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Picnic | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | Picnic | P5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
