1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Palio | P4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |