1955 Rover P4 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | P4 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 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 | 1400 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
