2003 Ford Freestar vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1410 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, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Freestar | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Freestar | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2070 mm |