2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (189 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Because 1953 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 1953 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa, 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (230 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1203 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
