2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
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 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | A10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2070 mm |
