2007 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 527 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | P4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |