1959 Rover P5 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P5 | 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | P5 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
