1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Pajero (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 12 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 Pajero 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 Pajero 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 90 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
