1967 Innocenti C vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1967 Innocenti C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti C. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1967 Innocenti C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti C, 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti C | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Rover |
| Model | C | P5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
