1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 128 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
