1971 Honda Z vs. 1967 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1971 Honda Z is newer by 4 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 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 Mitsubishi 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda Z (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mitsubishi 500 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Honda Z.
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, 1971 Honda Z, 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, 1967 Mitsubishi 500 (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Mitsubishi 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2070 mm |
