1967 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 590 kg more than 1967 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mitsubishi 500 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2650 mm |