1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 250 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 90 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
