1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 665 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | A10 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2580 mm |
