1960 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 45 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1245 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 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. 2005 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1960 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1960 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mitsubishi A10 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | A10 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 3270 mm |
