2003 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Verada | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Verada | P5B |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
