1951 Austin A vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 45 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 825 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.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A | Verada |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
