1949 Rover P4 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1949 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 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Rover P4 | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | P4 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
