1965 AC 427 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 427 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
