1962 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 1993 Honda Integra is newer by 31 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Integra weights approximately 600 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.
Because 1962 Mitsubishi 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mitsubishi 500 | 1993 Honda Integra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | 500 | Integra |
Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2560 mm |