1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 528 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Austin A 40 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 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
