2007 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. 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, both vehicles can yield 217 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1966 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1966 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
