1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Scudo | P4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
