1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1949 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 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Tipo | P4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
