1963 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 650 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry, 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mitsubishi 500 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Camry |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2610 mm |