2002 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 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 (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | P4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
