1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 34 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 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1954 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 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Tipo | P4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
