1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 52 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | A10 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2809 mm |
