1967 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1967 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Peugeot 403 (56 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2670 mm |
