2006 Honda Element vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Element | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
