2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 212 kg more than 1953 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | CR-V | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
