1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 199 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 40 | Galant |
Year Released | 1950 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |