1981 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | P4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |