1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1966 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 Mitsubishi 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mitsubishi 500 (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mitsubishi 500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1966 Mitsubishi 500 (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Mitsubishi 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2CV | 500 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2070 mm |
