2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1359 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | SRX | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2070 mm |