1996 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 186 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1216 kg |
