1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 34 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Colt 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 | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 40 | Colt |
Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |