1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 2000 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Because 1973 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 1973 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, 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, 1973 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Concerto | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
