1964 Honda S500 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Honda S500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Honda S500 (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Honda S500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Honda S500 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 39 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S500 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
