1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1986 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 90 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
