1957 Rover P4 vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1996 Subaru SVX is newer by 39 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX 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, 1996 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 1996 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P4 | SVX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
