2007 Honda Accord vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 128 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 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 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 | 9.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
