1958 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2012 Fiat Multipla is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Fiat Multipla.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Multipla, 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, 2012 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P4 | 2012 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | P4 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
