1963 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 40 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1400 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 2003 SsangYong Musso 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2640 mm |
