1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 180 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 70 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
