1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 268 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 90 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
