1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 630 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 90 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
