1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 49 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 572 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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 2010 Honda Jazz 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. 2010 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mitsubishi A10 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | A10 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2500 mm |