1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 770 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | 500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2070 mm |
