1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 90 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
