1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 15 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 680 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTV | 500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2070 mm |
