1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 22 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, 1979 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 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, 1957 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 131 | P4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |