1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 1300 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2638 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 52 L |
