2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 603 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.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1959 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1959 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | A10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2070 mm |
