1965 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mitsubishi 500 | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Polo |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2340 mm |