1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
