2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1962 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 43 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2165 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 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-250 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2070 mm |
