1967 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 39 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 450 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mitsubishi 500 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2470 mm |