1971 Austin 3 vs. 1960 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1960 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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1960 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2070 mm |
