1996 Honda Today vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Rover 2000 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1969 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Today | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
