1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1957 Rover P4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Disco Volante | P4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
