1964 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 43 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 544 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.
Because 1964 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 1964 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2630 mm |
