1973 Rover P5B vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover P5B | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P5B | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 3526 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
