1967 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1993 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1993 Renault Twingo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,239 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Twingo (53 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Twingo weights approximately 280 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Twingo, 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, 1993 Renault Twingo (90 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | 1993 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2590 mm |
