1957 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A135 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
