2002 Honda Accord vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 2 kg more than 1951 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1951 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | P4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |