1960 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 805 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 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Mitsubishi A10 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | A10 | Golf |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2590 mm |