1955 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P4 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
