1957 Rover P4 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 42 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 30 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 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 1999 Subaru Forester 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. 1999 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
