1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 570 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
