1951 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Because 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 1951 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1951 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rover P4 | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P4 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 41 L |
