1978 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 1978 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P6 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 P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Civic | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | P6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
