1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 197 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
Model | 3000 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2635 mm |