1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 51 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1949 Austin A 110 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 1949 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 110 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
