1954 Rover P4 vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 38 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Leone, 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, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | P4 | Leone |
Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |