2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-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, 1957 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | HR-V | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |