1973 Citroen GS vs. 1967 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 6 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 1,990 cc, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 610 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, 1973 Citroen GS, 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, 1973 Citroen GS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2070 mm |
