1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 490 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
