1963 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1986 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1986 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 320 kg more than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | 1986 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | 500 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2410 mm |
