1957 Rover P4 vs. 1984 Subaru DL
To start off, 1984 Subaru DL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1984 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 1984 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P4 | DL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
