2000 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 1963 Rover 2000 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 1963 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1963 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1963 Rover 2000 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 | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
