1964 Rover P5 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Rover P5 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
