2004 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1971 Rover 2000 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 1971 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
