1958 Rover P5 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Subaru Leone is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | P5 | Leone |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |