1966 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1966 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 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, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mitsubishi 500 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | 500 | PV 544 1.8 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2610 mm |