1996 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 400 | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |