1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 34 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 715 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 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 | 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
