1999 Opel Omega vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 45 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 305 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Omega | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
