1957 Rover P4 vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 50 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P4 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |
