2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 106 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Sedici | P5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
