1956 Rover P4 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 62 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
