1963 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 44 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 1065 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, 2007 Opel Zafira, 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2700 mm |
