1971 Rover P5B vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover P5B | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P5B | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
