2004 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 51 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion.
Because 1953 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 1953 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion, 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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 1953 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1953 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mitsubishi Dion | 1953 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Dion | P4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |