1962 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 30 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 1110 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mitsubishi A10 | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | A10 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2580 mm |