1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 49 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 59 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
