1963 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 30 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Corsa weights approximately 265 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa, 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2350 mm |
