1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 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 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 90 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1570 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 | 55 L |