1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Galant | P4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
