1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
