1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 190 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2070 mm |
