2007 Opel Antara vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 48 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 383 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Antara | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
