1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8

To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 49 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 745 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Mitsubishi A10 2008 Morgan Aero 8
Make Mitsubishi Morgan
Model A10 Aero 8
Year Released 1959 2008
Engine Size 493 cc 4398 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 20 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 34 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 475 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 3150 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1100 mm
Wheelbase Size 2070 mm 2540 mm


 

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