2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 42 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 1141 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3000 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2070 mm |
