1959 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi, 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | P4 | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |