1962 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
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, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | 500 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2750 mm |
