2002 Jeep Willys 2 vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 (210 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Willys 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Willys 2 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2070 mm |
