1965 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
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, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mitsubishi 500 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | 500 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2700 mm |