1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 56 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1240 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 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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 | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 30 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
