1971 Rover P6 vs. 2011 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Alto is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P6 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover P6 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 1971 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1971 Rover P6 (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover P6 | 2011 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P6 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
