1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 42 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1295 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.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 2003 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1961 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1961 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Mitsubishi A10 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | A10 | V70 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2770 mm |