1994 Honda Today vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500

To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 29 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1994 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Today weights approximately 180 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.

Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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, 1994 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Today 1965 Mitsubishi 500
Make Honda Mitsubishi
Model Today 500
Year Released 1994 1965
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 656 cc 593 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 23 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 34 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 530 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 3170 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1400 mm


 

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