1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1969 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
