1967 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1037 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mitsubishi 500 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2710 mm |