1962 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 570 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Mitsubishi A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mitsubishi A10 | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | A10 | Passat |
Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2560 mm |