1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ritmo | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2070 mm |
