1962 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1164 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 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | A10 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2470 mm |
