1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 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 260 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 55 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 860 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 |
