1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1952 Rover P4

To start off, 1965 Abarth 700 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Rover P4 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. 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, 1952 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1952 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Abarth 700 1952 Rover P4
Make Abarth Rover
Model 700 P4
Year Released 1965 1952
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 696 cc 2101 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 5800 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 7.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 29 L 52 L


 

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