1956 Rover P4 vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 14 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | P4 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
