2006 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
