1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lancer | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
