1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 50 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 480 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 90 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
