1954 Rover P4 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 26 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P4 | Legacy |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
