1963 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2000 Toyota Caserta

To start off, 2000 Toyota Caserta is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc, 2000 Toyota Caserta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Caserta (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Caserta should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Caserta weights approximately 406 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, 2000 Toyota Caserta (140 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Caserta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Mitsubishi 500 2000 Toyota Caserta
Make Mitsubishi Toyota
Model 500 Caserta
Year Released 1963 2000
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Size 594 cc 1995 cc
Horse Power 23 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 34 Nm 140 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 530 kg 936 kg
Wheelbase Size 2070 mm 2460 mm


 

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