2008 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1958 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
