1949 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Rover P4 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
