1954 Rover P4 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 53 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
