1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1800 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 1800 | P4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |