1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 254 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 1959 Rover P5. 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | S-MX | P5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |