1996 Honda Accord vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
Because 1949 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 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 1996 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | P4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |