1965 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mitsubishi 500 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | 500 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2710 mm |