1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1962 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 12 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 521 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, 1974 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada 1200 | 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | 1200 | A10 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2070 mm |