1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1981 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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 1953 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 131 | P4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |