1966 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 46 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 1,200 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (69 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 537 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 1966 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 1966 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mitsubishi 500 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Polo |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2470 mm |