2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 470 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | YRV | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2070 mm |
