1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 45 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 755 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pagani |
| Model | A10 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2730 mm |
