2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 41 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 2047 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.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 593 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2070 mm |
