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 |