1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 348 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 40 | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |