2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 42 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Meriva | P4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |