1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1961 Abarth Monomille is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Abarth | Rover |
Model | Monomille | P4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |