2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 649 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 1975 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma, 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Carisma | 924 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |