2005 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | P4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |