1982 Opel Manta vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
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, 1959 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Manta | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Manta | P4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |