1955 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
