1965 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 42 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2530 mm |
