1957 Rover P4 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | P4 | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |