1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1973 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1955 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Fulvia | P4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
