1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | S-MX | P4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |