1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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 Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Prelude | P4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |