1956 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 49 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 132 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 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P4 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
