1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1961 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, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mitsubishi A10 | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | A10 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2410 mm |