1975 DAF 66 vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1975 DAF 66 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 DAF 66 (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 DAF 66 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 66 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2070 mm |
