1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 42 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 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 131 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131.
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, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 131 | P4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |