1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 54 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 1283 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, 2013 GMC Terrain, 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
Model | A10 | Terrain |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2857 mm |