1956 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 55 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 94 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Rover P4 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | P4 | Forester |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 138 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2616 mm |