1956 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P4 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
