1992 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 33 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 680 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | A10 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
