1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 58 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 715 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.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
