1971 Opel Kadett vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1971 Opel Kadett is newer by 17 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Kadett | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Kadett | P4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |