1952 Rover P4 vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1979 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Rover P4 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Rover P4 | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | P4 | Cervo |
Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2101 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |