1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1365 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 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | A10 | Korando |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2490 mm |