1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 99 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |
