1988 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Rover 2000 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 1969 Rover 2000 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 1969 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1969 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1969 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
