1961 Ferrari 156 vs. 1961 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, both 1961 Ferrari 156 and 1961 Mitsubishi A10 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 156 (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 156 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mitsubishi A10 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 156.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 156 | 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 156 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2070 mm |
