1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 56 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 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 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
