1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 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 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 128 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
