1999 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 1999 Honda Civic (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | P4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |