1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol

To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 50 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 2310 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 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 2011 Nissan Patrol 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. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Mitsubishi A10 2011 Nissan Patrol
Make Mitsubishi Nissan
Model A10 Patrol
Year Released 1961 2011
Engine Size 493 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 20 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 34 Nm 559 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 475 kg 2785 kg
Vehicle Length 3150 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1995 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2070 mm 3075 mm


 

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