2001 Honda Stream vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Honda Stream.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream, 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 Stream (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Stream | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Stream | P4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |