1951 Rover P4 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 275 kg more than 1951 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Rover P4 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Rover | Opel |
Model | P4 | Omega |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |