2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 41 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 657 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Carol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Carol weights approximately 96 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.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda Carol (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Carol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carol | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2070 mm |
