1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 35 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Lancer | P4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
