1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 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, 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Willys-Overland |
| Model | A10 | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2110 mm |
