1954 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | P4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |