2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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 44 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2000 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 @ 2650 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | Corolla | P5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
