1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 48 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Because 1964 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Austin Mitsubishi
Model A 90 Lancer
Year Released 1964 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1572 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4572 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 59 L


 

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