1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Lancer | P6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
