1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 20 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132.
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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 132 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 132 | P4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1230 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |