1978 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 13 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1978 Honda Accord, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | P4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
