1951 Rover P4 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva 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 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
Because 1951 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 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rover P4 | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | P4 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
