2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 1959 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | YRV | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
