1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 60 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 290 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 70 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |