1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | P4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
