2009 Lexus IS vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 43 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 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 1170 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.
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 Lexus IS (503 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | IS | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4969 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 416 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2070 mm |
