2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 690 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Mitsubishi 500 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 1966 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon, 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, 2006 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ikon | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2070 mm |
