1966 Rover P5 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 1966 Rover P5 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 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | P5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1445 mm |
