1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131.
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, 1976 Fiat 131 (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 131 | P4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |