1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 240 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 70 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
