1954 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 2 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 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | P4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |