2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 63 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 1959 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | HR-V | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
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 | 122 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 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 | 1317 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |