1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 616 | 500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2070 mm |