1963 Rover P5 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover P5. 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Rover P5 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | P5 | SX4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |