1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1963 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 70 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 70 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2070 mm |
