1963 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 39 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1095 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 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2660 mm |
