2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 50 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Galant | P4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |