2003 Honda Life vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 46 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Life | P4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |