1954 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 445 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 Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tickford | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1085 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
