1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 442 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
