2002 Honda Capa vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Rover P5B 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 1972 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa, 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Capa | P5B |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
