1966 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 731 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 4250 mm |
