2003 Lada 2123 vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 44 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 850 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.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2123 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2070 mm |
