1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1967 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1967 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 840 kg more than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6C | 500 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2070 mm |
