1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | A10 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2610 mm |
