1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 1986 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 305 is newer by 27 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 305 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 465 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.
Because 1959 Mitsubishi A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Mitsubishi A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 305, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Peugeot 305 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 1986 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | A10 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2630 mm |
