1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
