1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1300 is newer by 16 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 1300 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 485 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, 1977 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Zastava |
| Model | A10 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2430 mm |
