1951 Austin A vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
