1959 Rover P4 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P4 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
