1962 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 41 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (115 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 1005 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum, 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, 2003 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2840 mm |
