1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1959 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | Quattroporte | A10 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4930 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2070 mm |