1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1954 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Ritmo | P4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
