1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 1138 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 Opel Vivaro, 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | A10 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 3100 mm |
