1957 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 48 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | P4 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
