1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 933 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, 2010 Citroen C3, 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
Model | A10 | C3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2550 mm |