1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 230 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 70 | Magna |
Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |