1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 110 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
