2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Yaris | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Toyota | Rover |
Model | Yaris | P4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |