1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Mitsubishi 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mitsubishi 500 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Mitsubishi 500 (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1964 Mitsubishi 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Minica | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2070 mm |
