2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 727 kg more than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2070 mm |
