1960 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 50 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1475 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Mitsubishi A10 | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Aston Martin |
Model | A10 | Rapide |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2990 mm |