1996 Acura Integra vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra.
Because 1959 Rover P5 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 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra, 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Acura | Rover |
Model | Integra | P5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |