1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1958 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Vivace | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Vivace | P4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |