1957 Fiat 500 vs. 1961 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1961 Mitsubishi A10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 493 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Mitsubishi A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mitsubishi A10 (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mitsubishi A10 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mitsubishi A10 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. 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, 1961 Mitsubishi A10 (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Mitsubishi A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 500 | A10 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |