1964 Autobianchi Primula vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, both 1964 Autobianchi Primula and 1964 Rover P5 were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 886 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Rover P5 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 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Primula, 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Primula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Primula | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Rover |
| Model | Primula | P5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
