1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1963 Citroen 2CV is newer by 1 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 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Mitsubishi 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mitsubishi 500 (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mitsubishi 500 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
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, 1963 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, 1962 Mitsubishi 500 (35 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1962 Mitsubishi 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen 2CV | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2CV | 500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2070 mm |
