1963 Honda S500 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 35 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 309 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S500 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 531 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |