1963 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Mitsubishi 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Minica (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 35 kg more than 1963 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Minica (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2060 mm |
