2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1954 kg more than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-350 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2070 mm |
