1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 61 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 280 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 70 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| 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 | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
