2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 1957 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Subaru | Rover |
Model | Impreza | P4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |