1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, 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, 1955 Rover P4 (150 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Prelude | P4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
