1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion

To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 365 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Austin A 40 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
Make Austin Mitsubishi
Model A 40 Starion
Year Released 1962 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 36 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1125 kg


 

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