1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 53 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 530 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, 2012 Citroen C3, 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
| Model | A10 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2470 mm |
