1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 90 | Galant |
Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |