1962 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 25 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 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mitsubishi 500 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | 500 | 5 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2440 mm |