1957 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 10 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | P4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |