1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Campagnola | P4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
