1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 36 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 1200 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 1999 Dodge Stealth 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, 1999 Dodge Stealth 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, 1999 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Stealth | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Stealth | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2070 mm |