1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 55 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 298 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |
