1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt 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 34 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 Colt (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Colt 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 | 1986 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
