1963 Honda S500 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 33 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 624 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Honda S500 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S500 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |