1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 51 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 966 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | A10 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 3002 mm |
