2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1964 Rover P6
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P6 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1964 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 1964 Rover P6 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 1964 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1964 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Croma | P6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
