1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 30 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 715 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 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. 1989 Nissan Prairie has automatic transmission and 1959 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1959 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Prairie will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | A10 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2520 mm |
