1964 Rover P5 vs. 1981 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Alto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Rover P5 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 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Rover P5 | 1981 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P5 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2160 mm |
