2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 88 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Diamante | P4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |