1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 63 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (215 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1982 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 55 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1185 kg |
