1994 Honda Today vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Today | P4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |