2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 50 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2007 Fiat Doblo, 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 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Doblo | P4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |