1954 Rover P4 vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Swift is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 784 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P4 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
