1968 Fiat Dino vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1968 Fiat Dino is newer by 16 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 10 kg more than 1952 Rover P4. 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, 1968 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Dino | P4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 52 L |