2004 Ford Falcon vs. 1960 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1960 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, 2004 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Falcon | 1960 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Falcon | A10 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2070 mm |