1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Sapporo | P4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
