1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2011 Opel Antara

To start off, 2011 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 1370 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 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1959 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1959 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Mitsubishi A10 2011 Opel Antara
Make Mitsubishi Opel
Model A10 Antara
Year Released 1959 2011
Engine Size 493 cc 3194 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 20 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 34 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 475 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 3150 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2070 mm 2710 mm


 

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