1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 926 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. 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. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | P4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |
