1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 836 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
