1993 Honda Legend vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 37 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 97 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Legend | P4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
