1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 54 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (217 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 70 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 59 L |
