1983 Vauxhall Nova vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 20 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, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Vauxhall Nova, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. 1963 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1983 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1983 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Nova | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Rover |
| Model | Nova | P5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
