1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 520 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 70 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 81 L |
