1954 Rover P4 vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 53 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, 2007 Suzuki Swift (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2007 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 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P4 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
