1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,375 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 775 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 35 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 59 L |
