1965 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 46 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1336 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 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mitsubishi 500 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | 500 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 3010 mm |