1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1957 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Galant | P4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
