1981 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 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 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 530 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, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda RX-7 | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | RX-7 | 500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2070 mm |