1957 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2006 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P4 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
