1952 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4.
Because 1952 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 1952 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, 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, 1952 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Rover P4 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | P4 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2101 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
