1963 Rover P5 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover P5 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P5 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
