1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 52 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 823 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
