1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 890 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 30 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
