1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 1962 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1994 Citroen C 15 is newer by 32 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1962 Mitsubishi A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Mitsubishi A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen C 15 | 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C 15 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2070 mm |
