1963 Rover P6 vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 334 kg more than 1963 Rover P6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P6 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 P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover P6 | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | P6 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
