2003 Audi TT vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 40 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (237 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 990 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 2003 Audi TT 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, 2003 Audi TT 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, 2003 Audi TT (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2070 mm |
