2008 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 44 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Because 1964 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 1964 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2070 mm |