1997 Acura Integra vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Rover P5B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | Integra | P5B |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
