1966 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1966 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1966 Fiat Grand Break.
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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Grand Break | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Grand Break | P4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
