1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1962 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 11 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 945 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Valiant | A10 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2070 mm |
