1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 70 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |
