1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 44 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 947 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 1961 Mitsubishi A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Mitsubishi A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 2005 Seat Toledo 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. 2005 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Mitsubishi A10 2005 Seat Toledo
Make Mitsubishi Seat
Model A10 Toledo
Year Released 1961 2005
Engine Size 493 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 20 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 34 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 475 kg 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 3150 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2070 mm 2580 mm


 

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