1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 40 | Minica |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |