2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 76 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | CR-V | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
