2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2070 mm |