1974 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Civic | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 200 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |