1963 Rover P5 vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra.
Because 1963 Rover P5 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 1963 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover P5 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | P5 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
