1963 Honda S500 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 609 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Honda S500 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 1963 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1963 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1963 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 1992 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S500 | Magna |
Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |