1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1963 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, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Cordoba | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cordoba | 500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2070 mm |