1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 875 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 30 | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 30 | Pajero |
Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |