1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1961 Mitsubishi A10

To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1961 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Ferrari 400 1961 Mitsubishi A10
Make Ferrari Mitsubishi
Model 400 A10
Year Released 1985 1961
Engine Size 4822 cc 493 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 306 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 392 Nm 34 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 475 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3150 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2070 mm


 

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