1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat 126 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 126 | P4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |