1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1963 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Mitsubishi 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mitsubishi 500 (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mitsubishi 500 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 500 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2070 mm |
