1966 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 470 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio, 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, 2002 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2590 mm |
