2004 Honda Fit vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit, 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, 1954 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Fit | P4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |