2000 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic 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 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic 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. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
