2001 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 38 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, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 172 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
