1969 Opel GT vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 Opel GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | GT | P4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
