2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 51 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2008 Fiat Bravo, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Bravo | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
