2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1058 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.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | A10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2070 mm |
