1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 34 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 90 | 3000GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |