1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10

To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 32 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1525 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1959 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1959 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Aston Martin Virage 1959 Mitsubishi A10
Make Aston Martin Mitsubishi
Model Virage A10
Year Released 1991 1959
Engine Size 5340 cc 493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 344 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 34 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 475 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3150 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1390 mm