1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 75 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1987 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1125 kg |
