1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 52 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1325 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 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | A10 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2920 mm |
