2007 Opel Vectra vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.
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, 2007 Opel Vectra, 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Vectra | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
