1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 521 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, 2011 Hyundai i10, 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, 2011 Hyundai i10 (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | A10 | i10 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2380 mm |
