1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 527 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Viper (705 Nm) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viper | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2070 mm |
