1998 Opel Speedster vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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, 1998 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Speedster | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Speedster | P4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |