1967 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2004 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 37 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 ZAZ Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 ZAZ Wagon (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 ZAZ Wagon should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 ZAZ Wagon weights approximately 215 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, 2004 ZAZ Wagon, 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 ZAZ Wagon (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 ZAZ Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | ZAZ |
| Model | 500 | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2330 mm |
