1957 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 48 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | P4 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 71 L |
