1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 45 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 400 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 1060 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
Model | A10 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 34 Nm | 529 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2700 mm |