1963 Rover 2000 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 1963 Rover 2000 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 1963 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover 2000 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 2000 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1186 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
