1957 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 54 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | P4 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
