1965 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 45 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1485 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mitsubishi 500 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | 500 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2830 mm |