1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 36 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 60 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.
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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
