1962 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 42 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 2,506 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 723 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, 2004 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2004 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mitsubishi 500 | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2630 mm |