1965 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1999 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1999 Proton Tiara is newer by 34 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 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Tiara weights approximately 250 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, 1999 Proton Tiara, 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, 1999 Proton Tiara (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Tiara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | 1999 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | 500 | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2290 mm |
