2008 Rover Streetwise vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2008 Rover Streetwise is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1968 Toyota 2000GT 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 1968 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover Streetwise, 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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover Streetwise | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Streetwise | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
