1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 3 kg more than 1950 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Rover P4 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 1950 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Meriva | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
