1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 45 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 405 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.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Magna 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 | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
