1955 Abarth 210 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, both 1955 Abarth 210 and 1955 Rover P4 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 210. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 210. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1955 Abarth 210. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
1955 Abarth 210 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Abarth | Rover |
Model | 210 | P4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 940 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |