1999 Honda Z vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Honda Z.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Z | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
