1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 152 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Shuttle | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Shuttle | P4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |