1964 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1242 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 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2750 mm |
