1984 Opel Monza vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 30 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza.
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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Monza | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Monza | P4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |