1965 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 1,300 cc, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 860 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | 500 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2703 mm |