1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 55 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
