1966 Rover P5 vs. 1993 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1993 Subaru SVX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Subaru SVX.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 1993 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1966 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1966 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 1993 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P5 | SVX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
