1953 Rover P4 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 49 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4. 2002 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1953 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1953 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Rover P4 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | P4 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
