1957 Rover P4 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 56 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | P4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |