1960 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Mitsubishi A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1996 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mitsubishi A10 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | A10 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2510 mm |
