1996 Audi S6 vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 33 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 1285 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.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | S6 | 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2070 mm |