2005 Opel Agila vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila, 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, 1959 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Agila | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
