1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1956 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1956 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1956 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 130 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
