1954 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 52 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1954 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P4 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
