1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 47 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 1,191 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 355 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, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A10 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2330 mm |
