1964 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota FXS weights approximately 766 kg more than 1964 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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mitsubishi 500 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | 500 | FXS |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 280 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2510 mm |