1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Rover P4 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1952 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1952 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Ritmo | P4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
