1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (68 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 762 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
