1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 124 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
