2007 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 398 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover P5B. 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, 1971 Rover P5B (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | P5B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
