1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1962 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1962 Mitsubishi A10 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Fiat 1400 (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1950 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Fiat 1400 | 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 1400 | A10 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2070 mm |