1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 35 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 565 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 1963 Mitsubishi 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Lantra | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lantra | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2070 mm |