2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1962 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 44 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 981 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | A10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2070 mm |
