1950 Austin A135 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A135 | Grandis |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |