2006 Honda Element vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 600 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 Element (217 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Element | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
