1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 90 | Debonair |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |