1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Coupe | P4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |