1972 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P4 (92 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1959 Rover P4 (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | P4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |