1954 Rover P4 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1954 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P4 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
