1959 Rover P4 vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 28 kg more than 1959 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 1959 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4. 1996 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P4 | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | P4 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
