1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover 3.5. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover 3.5 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 3.5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2625 mm |
