2009 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 61 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 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, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
