2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 38 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. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 780 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Premacy | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Premacy | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2070 mm |