1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3-Litre | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
