2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Barchetta | P4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
