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


 

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