2004 Honda Life vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Life | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Life | P5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 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 | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |