2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Stilo | P4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |