1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 30 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 90 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
